Atlantic Natural Foods Acquires Iconic Loma Linda® Brand

SAN DIEGO and NASHVILLE, N.C .— As a part of the agreement, Atlantic Natural Foods will also license the Worthington Foods® brand of shelf stable meat alternatives until it transitions to Loma Linda®. Since 2008, Atlantic Natural Foods had been the exclusive producer of these shelf stable canned products by way of its Nashville, North Carolina, facility.

“This is a critical and celebrated strategic acquisition,” said J. Douglas Hines, chairman and general partner of AFT Holdings, Inc. “We look forward to pursuing opportunities that further enhance the Loma Linda® legacy and tradition of quality.”

“Additionally,” Hines said, “AFT Holdings continues to invest in products that promote healthy and affordable options for consumers throughout North America and around the World.”

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About Atlantic Natural Foods

Atlantic Natural Foods markets private brand vegetarian products. Based in Nashville, NC, the company operates its own product development kitchen, manufacturing, and distribution facilities. Manufacturing facilities are Level 3 SQF Certified, Kosher and Halal Certified and HACCP Certified. More at www.atlanticnaturalfoods.com.